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Dreams In Transit: A Mobile Art Spectacle
All aboard the funky express! “The DreamChaser Bus”, is a unique immersive art experience that transports you into a psychedelic dreamscape of vibrant colors, interactive art, & sensory wonders. Step into a magical portal that invites you to explore an...
How To Listen To Jazz
‘HOW TO LISTEN TO JAZZ’ an interactive and informative panel where guests will learn innerworkings of jazz performance, the Don Brown Quintet way. This event’s intention is to offer insight into the preparation and exhibition of live jazz. Members of the Don Brown...
Feminist Cafe “Communicating Intersectionality”
What is a “Feminist Cafe? Did you know that tea shops and cafes were at the center of feminist movements throughout history? Tea rooms and coffee houses gave women a rare platform to exchange ideas and challenge social norms. In 1848, five women met for tea in...
THE AMERICAN QUARTET by UP CLOSE AND CLASSICAL
UP CLOSE AND CLASSICAL concert: the AMERICAN quartet. Sunday June 30th at 5:00PM at Holy Innocents Parish Hall, 425 E 20th street Long Beach, CA (Hall behind the church). Admission is free, donations appreciated. https://upcloseandclassical.com/ Limor Toren, violin,...
Dear Long Beach: Diary Films Commissioned by Long Beach Community Arts
Dear Long Beach: Diary Films Commissioned by LBCMA, brings together four diverse emerging filmmakers to create a series of personal Super 8 diary/essay films focused on the city of Long Beach, CA. Through the intimate lens of Super 8 film (a small gauge film format...
KLBP Presents: Long Beach LIVE!
Join KLBP, Long Beach Public Radio, as we kick off summer with live music all afternoon on the grass at The Pike Outlets! Bring a blanket and enjoy free live local music, and come meet KLBP personalities to learn what YOUR local radio station, KLBP, Long Beach Public...
Reflections: How Does It Feel? (Long Beach)
Join us for Reflections: How Does it Feel?, an intimate afternoon of poetry, storytelling, music and dance performances at the Billie Jean King Main Library in Long Beach, where we will explore our emotional connection to the River, nature and each other. Reflections...
Get Involved: Vote for the Next Mural in Your Neighborhood!
The City of Long Beach is excited to announce the opening of the voting period for the Creative Economy Grants – Public Mural Program. From now until July 8, 2024, community members can vote for one of three mural choices per district. Your vote will help decide...
Reflections: How Does It Feel? (Studio City)
In celebration of the summer solstice, join us for our next River Session on June 22nd! This mini arts festival will take place along the LA River, on the greenway by the Richard Lillard Outdoor Classroom- an amphitheater surrounded by rewilded native landscaping. It...
Pop-Up Community Dance Class
Community Dance Class hosted by Chatiera “Cookie” Ray. Contemporary Dance -7pm Heels-8pm ( 18+) No dance training is needed.
The Power of Visibility: Boldness in LGBTQ+ Art
“The Power of Visibility: Boldness in LGBTQ+ Art” is a compelling art exhibit that underscores the crucial role of representation and visibility within the LGBTQ+ community. Running from June 22nd to July 20th, every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 1pm...
MEET THE ARTIST: TRINH MAI AT VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK
This summer, the Arts Council for Long Beach is thrilled to invite you to an inspiring community event featuring artist Trinh Mai. Join us at Veterans Memorial Park as Trinh embarks on her latest mural project, “We the Propagators,” a vibrant tribute to the diversity...
Positive Shifts
You’re invited to a Day of Building Resiliency, Expanding Community, and Embracing Art! FEATURING: 🎭 Interactive Performances 🎨 Art Installations 🎧 Audio Walking Tours 🏬 Showcasing Local Small Businesses 📜 Poetry 🎶 Live Music 🤝 Community Engagement 🌌 Augmented...
The Un-Invisible Project
Creative Corps fellowship recipient and teaching artist Cory Bilicko is mentoring members of the Long Beach Cambodian community in creating visual and written pieces that share personal stories. The project includes four generations of Cambodians whose work will be...
Team Taiko Drumming
We believe in creating unique opportunities for people to meet their neighbors and engage in their community in a new way. Come play with us! Taiko is a Japanese traditional drumming practice that, over the last several decades, has become a global phenomenon. Since...
Books & Buckets
SURVEY HERE Books & Buckets needs Washington Community Neighborhood’s Input! WHAT IS THE PROJECT ABOUT? A Washington Community Neighborhood Mural Project The Washington Neighborhood Basketball Court Mural Project is a collaborative effort between Washington...
The People with the Trees in Their Chest
A Workshop Performance of a new, original play by award-winning playwright, Shawn Christopher Lovell Nabors. A modern-day play following an African American family from Brooklyn, NY who struggle to break the curse of poor health that has marked their family for...
The People with the Trees in Their Chest
A Workshop Performance of a new, original play by award-winning playwright, Shawn Christopher Lovell Nabors. A modern-day play following an African American family from Brooklyn, NY who struggle to break the curse of poor health that has marked their family for...
OPEN MIC NIGHT
Musicians & Poets! Come on down to the Grand Annex on the second Thursday of each month for Open Mic Night! To perform: Sign up at 6:30 PM. The first 12 sign-ups are guaranteed to perform, with additional artists as time allows. Plan to do 2 songs/poems (limit...